*Informal Evaluation consists of review of records of any previous assessments, medical or educational documents, parent report and informal interaction with child
*Comprehensive Evaluation consists of standardized assessment(s), longer interaction with the child and may take 1-2 sessions.
*Both types of evaluations include a written report including recommendations and goals

Speech & Language Intervention

*Direct speech/language therapy typically occurs in 45-60 minute sessions depending on the age and needs of the child.
*Intervention typically occurs 1-2 times a week and information will be provided to the families for generalization practice in order to facilitate faster progress
*Parents will be provided with measurable objectives & frequent progress monitoring

Behavioral & Social/Emotional Assessment

*Depending on the needs established during the initial meeting, may include more detailed parent interview, observations in one or more natural settings, collaboration with other professionals and/or caregivers, and direct assessment of skills
*Parents may be asked to collect behavioral data for a period of time in order to best determine intervention direction
*Written summary and/or Positive Behavior Support Plan included at conclusion
*Complete assessments vary from 2-4 hours depending on the needs of the child

Behavioral & Social/Emotional Intervention/Consultation

*Information gathered during assessment period will determine if direct, indirect therapy with the child is indicated and the frequency of which this should occur.
*Parent training, consultation regarding home behavior supports is frequently recommended
*Consultation with school teams, family members, other professionals often warranted
*Direct intervention includes social and play skill instructions, ABA, VB, DTI, PRT, NET, ESDM, FCT as determined by the needs of the child.
*Development, monitoring & modification of behavior plans

Continuing Education/Trainings

*Workshops offered on such topics as speech/language development, behavior management in the home and school settings, autism spectrum disorders, Verbal Behavior Intervention, visual supports in the classroom, positive behavior supports, and more!
*Workshops provided for groups of professionals, school faculties, parent groups
*Most workshops 1 1/2 to 2 hours in length depending on content